Northwest and Northcentral MT Fishing Report 1-5-2013By Kamp Cook

Chancy from Snappy’s

Chancey from Snappy’s in Kalispell says that they are catching kokanee on Lake 5, Lake Mary Ronan only has 2-3 inches of ice. Thompson upper and lower are froze. Ashley and Bitterroot are still wide open. If you find yourself looking for more information on the fishing in that area give Chancey a call at (406) 257-7525

Leonard from Roberts Bait and Tackle

Leonard from Robert’s Bait and Tackle says little bit of ice out there. Holter’s froze over with 6 inches down by Log Gulch, Nylon and Willow Creek have over 10 inches, Bynum has over 20 inches, Francis has 12-14, on Tiber 10 inches in the Willow Creek Arm and warns us about the thin ice by Bootlegger, Fresno has 10-14 inches, Baileys has 10-14 inches, Beaver Creek has over 8 inches, Arod and Newland have 10, Ackley has 11, and Piscan has 14 inches. A lot of perch out of Bynum, Francis doing well on Northern’s with a few nice perch, but Francis has been hot and cold, and Tiber’s been producing 10-25lbs Northerns. The rivers have been producing in the open waters, and Leonard reminds us of the Willow Creek Derby January 26th. If you have any questions or need rod & reel repair call Leonard406-454-1877.

Shelby from Rocky Mountain Supply in Dillon

Shelby from Rocky Mountain Supply in Dillon says the ice on Clark Canyon Reservoir is picking up for trout and ling fishing with cut bait and worms. RockyMountain Supply still taking applications for spots in their Coyote Hunting Derby. If you’re in the Dillon area, stop into Rocky Mountain Supply for more information or call406-683-2308.